A win would seal the series for India
- India edged Sri Lanka by just two runs in the first T20I in Mumbai
- Sri Lanka could make a couple of changes to their playing XI
India have a strong line-up with strength evenly distributed in the batting unit and enough bowling options to cover up for a bad day from one of the bowlers. They hold the edge in Pune, a surface that is likely to aid early swing. India have odds of 1.33 to win the second T20I and seal the series.
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Sri Lanka, meanwhile, pushed India to the brink at the Wankhede on a turning wicket and they will bank on a strong bowling attack to do as much yet again in Pune. Lanka have odds of 3.22 to draw level in the T20I series.
India dominate head-to-head
Sri Lanka are yet to beat India in a bilateral series in any format in India. In 27 T20Is between these sides, India hold the edge with 18 wins compared to just eight from Sri Lanka. India will also be on a high after ending up on the winning side in a close game with a young group of players.
Our Pick: India are missing key players but remain favourites in these conditions. Back India at 1.33 to win this one!
Shivam Mavi on debut led India’s bowling attack impressively with a four-wicket haul and the conditions in Pune could suit him and Hardik Pandya upfront with the new ball again.
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Hardik Pandya took the new ball last game and moved the ball both ways, posing trouble for Sri Lankan batters. With his batting adding to the overall value, Hardik will be a key figure for India.
Dasun Shanaka showed tremendous temperament in a tough situation yet again in Mumbai. Having done this time and again, the Sri Lankan skipper can be banked upon to be the top batter for the visitors.
